Funding has been approved to plan for 13 new affordable units in Corner Brook

    Thursday, 17 April 2025 12:00

    By Tonya Organ

    A total of $310,000 was awarded for pre-development costs to make it easier to advance seven community-based projects in NL.

    The Community Mental Health Initiative Inc. is getting $50,000 to assist with the development of 12 affordable units as part of a joint effort with the Corner Brook Status of Women Council. A total of $310,000 was awarded for pre-development costs to make it easier to advance seven community-based projects in NL. Funding is from the Community Housing Growth Fund. Fifteen projects to date have been funded to plan and pre-develop affordable housing projects. Funding is still available, and groups interested in applying can visit the Community Housing Transformation Centre’s website.

     

     

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